Night Care Team Leader

Care UK; Blaydon on Tyne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wagestream

Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements

Career development & apprenticeship

Discounts

Annual purchase holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Care UK is seeking a Care Team Leader to oversee shifts, lead a team of care staff and drive high standards of resident care. You will case manage residents, liaise with families and healthcare professionals, and ensure accurate medication administration and risk assessments.

The role emphasises strong leadership, organisation and a commitment to person-centred care, with opportunities for development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in health and social care is desirable.
• Be well-organised, IT literate and adept at allocating and delegating work appropriately.
• Proven ability to lead and supervise others.
• A good understanding of care planning processes.
• Be experienced in or happy to undertake training on administering medication.
• Above all, have a natural ability to help make the lives of others more fulfilling.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise your shift.
• Case manage residents and liaise with families, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders to ensure care plans are delivered.
• Administer and record medication.
• Carry out risk assessments.
• Support residents with daily needs alongside care assistants to promote independence.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop services and improvements.
• Provide a fun, inclusive and professional approach at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Care planning

Medication administration

IT literacy

Delegation

Organisation

Education

NVQ Level 3 in health and social care

Job description

Care UK is seeking a Care Team Leader to oversee shifts, lead a team of care staff and drive high standards of resident care. You will case manage residents, liaise with families and healthcare professionals, and ensure accurate medication administration and risk assessments.

The role emphasises strong leadership, organisation and a commitment to person-centred care, with opportunities for development within a supportive team.